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Light meze of roasted eggplant, parsley, olive oil, and lemon
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Parsley eggplant meze has 78 calories. It contains 6.8 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 5.3 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 72 µg of Vitamin K covers 60% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
78
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
6.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
5.3g
· 7% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 6% · Fat 60%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 78 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.3 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.75 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 190 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 23 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (small) | 55 g | 43 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| ½ cup (medium) | 110 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 200 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 172 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
To make parsley eggplant meze, roast eggplants until tender, scoop out the flesh, and mix it with chopped parsley, olive oil, and lemon juice. Season to taste and serve chilled or at room temperature; draining the flesh first helps keep the dip from turning watery.
Parsley eggplant meze works well with pita, flatbread, or crackers, and alongside grilled vegetables, fish, or other small plates. Its lemony, herb-forward flavor also balances richer dishes on a shared table.
No, parsley eggplant meze is not necessarily baba ganoush. This version highlights parsley, lemon, and olive oil, while baba ganoush commonly includes tahini; recipes vary by region and household, so compare the ingredients rather than relying on the name alone.
Parsley eggplant meze is usually served cold or at room temperature, when its lemon and parsley flavors come through clearly. If it has been refrigerated, give it a quick stir before serving so the olive oil and lemon are evenly mixed.
Usually, the skin is removed for parsley eggplant meze because roasting makes it tough and can give the mixture a bitter or smoky edge. Scoop out the soft flesh after roasting; a little charred flavor is welcome, but large pieces of burnt peel are not.
Yes, parsley eggplant meze can be made several hours ahead, and resting gives the roasted eggplant time to absorb the lemon and olive oil. For the freshest herbal flavor and color, stir in the chopped parsley shortly before serving.
Keep parsley eggplant meze in a sealed container in the refrigerator for about 3–4 days. Use a clean utensil when serving, and discard it if you notice mold, an unpleasant smell, or an unusual change in appearance.
Yes, parsley eggplant meze can be frozen, but thawing may make the mixture watery and soften the parsley. For better texture, freeze the roasted eggplant flesh on its own, then add fresh parsley, lemon juice, and olive oil after thawing.
To keep parsley eggplant meze from becoming watery, let the roasted eggplant flesh drain before mixing it with the other ingredients. Add lemon juice gradually, since the eggplant may already hold moisture, and avoid leaving the finished meze uncovered.
Yes, you can add tahini to parsley eggplant meze, though it makes the flavor richer and brings it closer to some baba ganoush recipes. Start with a small spoonful, taste, and adjust the lemon so the tahini does not overpower the parsley.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
72µg · 60% DV
Vitamin C
8.5mg · 9% DV
Vitamin E
0.95mg · 6% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Sodium
190mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
255mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Parsley eggplant meze is a Turkish and Eastern Mediterranean small dish made with roasted eggplant, chopped parsley, olive oil and lemon. The eggplant may be mashed smooth or left a little chunky, and some home versions include garlic. Its smoky, soft flesh is brightened by fresh herbs and citrus, making it a natural fit among a spread of dips and salads.
Serve it cool or at room temperature with bread, alongside grilled vegetables, or as part of a larger meze table. It is light in feel and provides fibre; a 100 g portion has 78 calories. For a lighter version, use olive oil sparingly and let the roasted eggplant carry the texture. It also works well as a topping for toast or as a fresh contrast to richer dishes.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.